Meaning & Definition of word "Fe"

to

arrow

    Fe

    /feɪ/

    noun:

    • 1. The chemical symbol for iron, a commonly used metal.
      • Example: The construction of the bridge required a significant amount of fe for strength.
    • 2. A term used in music to denote a specific note or tone.
      • Example: In the scale of C major, the note fe corresponds to the pitch between E and F.

    abbreviation:

    • 1. Short for 'female.'
      • Example: The survey had responses categorized as fe and male.
    • 2. An abbreviation for 'femto', a metric prefix in the International System of Units.
      • Example: The measurement was in femto meters, which can also be represented as fe.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ferrum', meaning iron.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Fe oxide:

    A compound containing iron and oxygen.

    Fe3O4:

    Also known as magnetite, a specific iron oxide.

    Related Words

    ferric:

    Relating to iron, especially in the +3 oxidation state.

    ferrous:

    Relating to iron, especially in the +2 oxidation state.

    Slang Meanings of fe

    Meaning: A term used in slang to indicate a feeling of trust.

    Example Sentence: I've got fe in you, it will work out.

    Meaning: Used in some communities to express intensity or emphasis.

    Example Sentence: That party was pure fe!